In-Museum Programs
Combine an in museum field trip with a number of additional activities to make a truly memorable and STEAM centered day! Choose from one of our SOL-based activities which we will deliver to your class in one of our private classrooms. They will also have time to explore the museum floors and learn about a variety of STEAM subjects through their hands.
We require at least 2 weeks notice to make the necessary arrangements before your program. Please click the link below and tell us which program you would like to book.
If you have any questions, please contact us at scheduler@smwv.org or 540.342.5729.
In-Person Outreach Programs
Our educators reach more students than any other organization in Western Virginia through STEAM programs that encourage critical thinking, hypothesis testing and teamwork. By booking, one of our educators will travel to your classroom and deliver an interactive and engaging hands-on activity designed to demonstrate SOL concepts to your students.
We require at least 2 weeks notice to make the necessary arrangements before your program. Please click the link below and tell us which program you would like to book.
If you have any questions, please contact us at scheduler@smwv.org or 540.342.5729.
Virtual Museum Tour
Virtual tours give students the chance to explore the museum and get a behind-the-scenes look at our Living Collections Department. The program will last approximately 60 minutes during which your class will get to meet some of our animals that call the museum home, learn tons of fascinating facts about them, and get the chance to ask questions.
We require at least 2 weeks notice to make the necessary arrangements before your program. Teachers must be present during the virtual outreach to help call on students who have questions. If you have any questions, please contact us at scheduler@smwv.org or 540.342.5729.
This virtual experience offers an in-depth look at our animal life here at the museum. Students get, not only a tour of our living collections exhibit, but would also get to virtually take art in live animal demos with 3-5 animals. This option also includes discussions that go along with the Standards of Learning for each grade.
Topics that can be covered in this option:
- Differences between living and nonliving organisms (K.6)
- Basic needs and life processes of animals (K.7, 1.5)
- Series of orderly changes that animals go through as they grow and develop (2.4)
- The systems that living things are a part of and the interactions that occur (2.5, 3.5, 4.3)
- Adaptations that allow organisms to satisfy life needs and respond to the environment (3.4)
- The effects that human activities can have on the quality of air, water, and habitats (3.8)
- Structures that distinguish plants and animals from one another and how those structures play vital roles in their ability to survive (4.2)
Pricing Structure
Contracting school will have the price of the Outreach Program deducted from your school’s account. Non-contracting schools will have an invoice sent to the school. If you have any questions, please contact us at scheduler@smwv.org or 540.342.5729.
OUTREACH PRICING
1st Presentation
2nd Presentation
Additional Presentations
CONTRACTING SCHOOLS
$125.00
$100.00
$100.00
NON-CONTRACTING SCHOOLS
$150.00
$125.00
$100.00